What happened
During the landing phase at Canaima Airport, a twin engine airplane experienced a loss of control after touching down on runway 18/36. Following the initial contact with the runway, the aircraft veered off the paved surface and entered the adjacent vegetation. The impact with the surrounding bush caused the airframe to ignite, resulting in a fire that partially destroyed the aircraft.
Despite the intensity of the flames, all occupants on board were able to evacuate the aircraft without sustaining injuries. There were zero fatalities and zero injuries reported during the incident.
Findings
Preliminary reports indicate that the sequence of events was initiated by a tire burst occurring at the moment of landing. This mechanical failure contributed to the pilot's inability to maintain the aircraft on the runway centerline, leading to the excursion into the surrounding terrain.